Elephant Trunk Nebula with RASA8 and IDAS NBZ Nebula Filter

Elephant's Trunk Nebula is interstellar gas located in Cephus Constellation 2500 light years from Earth.

I took this picture using my telescope RASA 8 and Camera ZWO ASI 533 camera with a filter IDAS NBZ Nebula Booster.

Overall my experience with the new observatory, while the construction was in progress I was able to use it and take some pictures.

I am extremely thankful for my subscriber base to keep encouraging me to get here.

Here are the specs and details about by RASA 8 (affiliate link)

Here is the filter I used:

#rasa8 #idas #nebulafilter

[SoCalRvca]

Your dream has produced so much shared beauty Ray. I think this view is one of if not my favorite so far. You captured something quite beyond the norm. It's a fantastical emotional site that stirs the soul.
A feeling that if you had not been sharing your dream, I would perhaps not had the extreme pleasure of having the opportunity of this moment. Extraordinary Ray.

[Jayling]

Ray, I love love love your outdoor space! Congrats on it! And of course on your superb capture of the nebula. :)

[OlliesSpace]

Great to see how the observatory is coming along. I'm also not keen on cramped spaces. Nice image Ray.

[markj]

I’m very happy for you Ray! Great idea with the windows. Great shot! Clear skies ✌️

[astrotherapist]

WOW! Ray, you're really outdoing yourself! This is one of the best I've seen from you, yet. AWESOME!!!

[mayvelynbalo]

Wow I'm happy that your dream is coming true! And thank you also for the work you do for us. Amazing! Congrats and God bless. 💯👍👏😀🌸🌷🎉🎊

[JoesAstrophoto]

Nice capture Ray! Loving the observatory build, can't wait to see it finished!

[DavesAstrophotography]

Coming along nicely Ray. Look forward to the finished build walk-through!

[India.stories]

Observatory shaping up great Ray! Best Wishes! And awesome capture!

[joep]

Beautiful image, Ray. Love that endless, dark sky you have. Are you close to Big Bend Park? And you're welcome...I'm glad your dreams are coming true.

[Willriii]

observatory is coming along nice, not a cheap endeavor, very happy for you. I must do something similar here in the 'burbs of Houston. Extraordinary pics!

[sabyaasachibanik]

Great space in your observatory sir and picture of Elephant Trunk nebula is awesome

[ChucksAstrophotography]

The observatory is taking shape, Ray, nice.

[sky-watcher]

Excellent capture Ray and very nice observatory!

[avt_astro]

Awesome Capture Ray!! Congrats On observatory First Light!

[TheWonkyAstronomer]

Very nice image, and the observatory looks great with the windows.

[LakesBC]

Oh my gosh, that looks so fun! I see why you're so excited for it.🔭👍

[donaldmartin]

ENJOYED YOUR STORY VERY MUCH. THANK YOU. AGAIN I REALLY ENJOY THE MUSIC WITH THIS!

[robertdefever]

I know how you feel, I just finished my observatory and I love the convenience of it all. This adventure of ours can only be made easier with a dream building to house all are glass children. Love your building and envy your mastery of the stars. My you find plenty of clear skies.

[DesertNebula]

Ray! You're like our own personal time traveler!